Pear Ginger Cake
Pear Ginger Cake offers a delightful fusion of sweet, ripe pears and zesty ginger, creating a moist and flavorful dessert that’s perfect for any occasion. Its inviting aroma and beautiful golden hue make it a showstopper at gatherings or a comforting treat with morning coffee. Easy to prepare, this cake will quickly become a favorite in your baking repertoire.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3 large eggs
- 2 cups ripe pears, peeled and chopped
- 2 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a round cake pan.
- In a bowl, mix flour, baking powder, and salt; set aside.
- In a separate bowl, cream together butter and sugar until fluffy. Beat in eggs one at a time, then stir in grated ginger.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture until just combined.
- Gently fold in the chopped pears.
- Pour batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top. Bake for 45-50 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 47g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 80mg